You Are So Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvah (2023)

• Year: 2023
• Released: 25 Aug 2023
• Country: United States
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• IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt21276878/
• Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/you_are_so_not_invited_to_my_bat_mitzvah
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• Available in: 720p, 1080p,
• Language: English
• MPA Rating: PG-13
• Genre: Comedy
• Runtime: 103 min
• Writer: Alison Peck, Fiona Rosenbloom
• Director: Sammi Cohen
• Cast: Idina Menzel, Jackie Sandler, Adam Sandler
• Keywords: based on novel or book, bar mitzvah, teenage girl, middle school, jewish girl,

	6.0/10
	97% – Critics
	67% – Audience

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Light, Bittersweet Teen Turmoil

The movie steps into the realm of teenage comedy, attempting to blend heartwarming moments with the chaos of preparing for a significant event. While the film brings a certain charm to the screen, it struggles to break free from the confines of its predictable storyline.

The protagonist’s journey is meant to be a comedic rollercoaster, but it sometimes feels more like a leisurely stroll. The film toys with the concept of a teenage coming-of-age story, yet the execution often falls into familiar territory, failing to fully explore the potential of its premise.

Adam Sandler’s presence lends the film a sense of familiarity and saves the movie big time. His natural comedic prowess shines through even in a supporting role. The young cast, including Sandler’s daughters, adds a touch of authenticity to the teenage interactions, occasionally delivering moments of genuine humor and relatability. The chemistry among the younger actors, Idina, Jackie, Samantha is evident and carries the movie through its lighter moments.

Although the film falls short in truly engaging the audience, the background score kept entertaining. The attempts at humor sometimes land flat, and the character development often remains surface-level. What it majorly lacks is stronger character arcs. Even though the writing is quite so-so, the execution looks weaker.

On the brighter side it manages to present relatable teenage dynamics and familial interactions with a certain warmth. The themes of growing up, friendship, and family love are visible threads woven into the narrative adding to it a humorous chick-flick. Yet, the film occasionally stumbles in balancing these elements, resulting in a movie that can’t quite decide whether it wants to be a heartfelt family story or a zany teen comedy.

With its mix of endearing moments and missed opportunities, it manages to evoke a few smiles but leaves room for improvement. For those seeking a lighthearted diversion, the film may have its moments, but it won’t be taking center stage among the classics of the teen comedy genre.

I couldn’t watch

Maybe I shouldn’t even write a review, since I couldn’t watch to the end. Had to turn it off because it was an assault on my senses; I’m not only speaking of the crass music and color, but the overemoting and terrible dialogue. I was surprised how well it had been received so I put it on out of curiosity. I’m Jewish myself and you’ll find every cliche and stereotype in this picture. Adam Sandler started out as a uniquely funny guy, but now he’s so smug and full of himself that he totally believes his untried teenage daughters (and wife) deserve star billing in a movie. Well, maybe in this movie.

When Filmmaking Goes Wrong

A cinematic disaster that manages to hit rock bottom in almost every aspect. The characters in this film are not just awful; they’re hallow shells with zero depth or relatability. It’s as if the writers mistook cardboard cutouts for actual human beings. Instead of growth and development, we’re treated to a parade of vapid teenagers who apparently think it’s cool to not care about anything. Is this really the message we want to send to young audiences?

But let’s not stop there, because the entitlement and selfishness displayed by these characters are truly remarkable. From the main protagonist to the supporting cast, everyone seems to believe that the world revolves around them and their petty problems. The movie manages to glamorize narcissism in a way that’s genuinely nauseating.

And speaking of nauseating, let’s talk about the attempt at incorporating Jewish “values” into the narrative. The film completely misses the mark here, distorting and misrepresenting the essence of real Judaism. It’s a blatant slap in the face to a rich cultural and spiritual tradition. Any semblance of authenticity is discarded in favor of reinforcing stereotypes and shallow interpretations.

The cherry on top of this cinematic trainwreck is the supposed moral of the story. The film unashamedly pushes the notion that shallow values and materialism are not only acceptable but desirable. Apparently, the filmmakers want to convince us that spirituality, meaningful connections, and personal growth are all irrelevant compared to accumulating pointless possessions.

This is a prime example of how not to make a movie. Its dreadful characters, glorification of indifference, selfish entitlement, misrepresentation of Jewish values, and celebration of materialism make it a colossal failure in every sense. Save yourself the agony and skip this one – your brain cells will thank you.